Plantation Lullabies
Meshell Ndegeocello · 1993
62 min · 15 tracks · hip-hop · jazz · soul
A fusion of funk, soul, and jazz laced with introspective lyrics and a laid-back groove.
Plantation Lullabies is an album by Meshell Ndegeocello, released in 1993. A fusion of funk, soul, and jazz laced with introspective lyrics and a laid-back groove. 'Plantation Lullabies' received critical acclaim, establishing Ndegeocello as a pioneering figure in the neo-soul movement. It reached number 30 on the Billboard R&B charts and was noted for its candid exploration of themes like love, race, and identity, influencing subsequent artists within the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Plantation Lullabies sound like?
A fusion of funk, soul, and jazz laced with introspective lyrics and a laid-back groove. Rooted in hip-hop and jazz.
What makes Plantation Lullabies by Meshell Ndegeocello notable?
'Plantation Lullabies' received critical acclaim, establishing Ndegeocello as a pioneering figure in the neo-soul movement. It reached number 30 on the Billboard R&B charts and was noted for its candid exploration of themes like love, race, and identity, influencing subsequent artists within the genre. When 'Plantation Lullabies' was released in October 1993, Meshell Ndegeocello was emerging as a distinctive voice in the music scene following her debut album, 'Soul Cages.' This album marked her transition into a more confident artist, showcasing her unique blend of genres and lyrical depth that would define her career.
How many songs are on Plantation Lullabies?
Plantation Lullabies has 15 tracks, running approximately 62 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Plantation Lullabies 1:31
- 2 I'm Diggin' You (Like an Old Soul Record) 4:25
- 3 If That's Your Boyfriend (He Wasn't Last Night) Standout 4:31
- 4 Shoot'n Up and Gett'n High 4:14
- 5 Dred Loc Standout 4:05
- 6 Untitled 1:41
- 7 Step Into the Projects 3:54
- 8 Soul on Ice Standout 5:08
- 9 Call Me 4:45
- 10 Outside Your Door 5:08
- 11 Picture Show 4:39
- 12 Sweet Love 4:55
- 13 Two Lonely Hearts (On the Subway) 4:16
- 14 If That's Your Boyfriend (He Wasn't Last Night) (Tiramisu mix extended) 4:40
- 16 Outside Your Door (remix) 5:03
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